- Fire at Conyers chemical plant has released smoke and chlorine, causing widespread irritation and respiratory issues.
- Health professionals are worried about potential delayed health effects from chlorine exposure.
- Authorities advise individuals with symptoms to get medical advice and document health issues.
- Biolab is addressing the incident’s impact and communicating with the community.
- Over 5,500 people have signed a petition to shut down the plant; a shelter-in-place order is in effect in Rockdale County.
ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. – It’s been more than three days since a fire at a chemical plant in Conyers released billowing smoke and high levels of chlorine in the air.
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Over that time, thousands of people across metro Atlanta have reported seeing and feeling the symptoms of exposure—irritated eyes, skin or difficulty breathing. …